Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Thanksgiving came early to our house. We celebrated this past Sunday with my in-laws and will celebrate tomorrow with my family.

My mother-in-law wanted some help with the table so I got right to work.

The table cloth came from Target. It also included 12 napkins and 12 napkin rings for only $23 dollars. She hasn't had a new table cloth in years so it was a great investment.I found some mason jars in the basement and filled them up with fresh cranberries. In the middle I stuck a votive candle (unscented) and then wrapped some raffia around the jar.I also bought these stick things at Target for $3.00. They were really long, so I cut them in half and stuck one of the new napkin rings around it all to hold it together. Place a fancy glass thingy over it and we were all set. (By the way, the fancy glass thingy was already at the house)A view of the table with everything in it's place.I folded the new napkins to make a little pocket for the name cards. I printed and cut these at home.For the kids table I filled another mason jar with cranberries and wheat stalks. I left out the candle for these guys and girls. They each got their own napkin and place card as well.

I also downloaded some coloring sheets that I used under the plates for a place mat.A close-up of the wheat.The brand spankin new crayons. Who could resist?

Wednesday, November 12, 2008

I've been working to make my etsy shop a little more cohesive lately. I'm also working on my product photos. It is not an easy task. I even have some experience with cameras and working with photoshop.

Wednesday, November 5, 2008

It is always fun working with brides to make their dream invites come to life. It's even more fun when the job is done and the invitations are finished.

I love the whole process of a custom designed invitation set. From the first meeting, to the emails back and forth, to the proofs, to the printing and cutting and assembling. There in nothing quite like the feeling when you know it is done and ready to go.

Thanks to Leslie and Josh for your strong vision and eagerness to participate. I hope you love the invitations and that they set the perfect stage for the wonderful wedding to come.